Streppel wants unity back at struggling Willem II: 'Then something is possible'

Streppel returns to Willem II after 10 years to rebuild the struggling Eredivisie side, starting with a PSV away match on Saturday.

Jurgen Streppel has been appointed Willem II manager, returning to the club where he previously worked from 2011 to 2016. The 57-year-old takes over a team bottom of the Eredivisie with just two points from two draws against Heerenveen and AZ, following John Stegeman's dismissal.

Streppel has identified clarity, enjoyment and team unity as key priorities. "If we achieve that, then something is certainly possible," he said at his presentation. "The supporters always back the team." He acknowledges the challenge ahead, noting that Eredivisie survival requires more than attractive football: "We must survive together."

His first match comes Saturday away at PSV—a difficult opener that Streppel is ready to embrace. "I expect my players to have courage, so I can't shy away from a difficult challenge," he said.